Election Rules

Laws, policies and procedures

On this page, you'll find information about the laws, policies, procedures and other rules that shape the delivery of Markham's municipal and school board elections.

Laws

Markham's municipal and school board elections are governed by a combination of provincial statutes and City by-laws. When we deliver elections or engage in election-related activity, we are responsible for complying with and upholding these laws.

• Municipal Elections Act, 1996 (Ontario)
• Municipal Act, 2001 (Ontario)
• Education Act, 1990 (Ontario)

Policies and procedures

Markham's City Clerk is authorized to establish or clarify any matter or procedure of the election process that is not set out by law and is necessary or advisable for conducting the election.

Our policies and procedures are designed to support the integrity and accessibility of the electoral process and to manage our elections in an efficient, fair, and impartial manner.

Election policies and procedures are subject to change. Please check back regularly for updates.

Other related rules

• Provincial rules guiding municipal elections (Ontario Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing)
• Rules for unsolicited telecommunications made on behalf of political entities (Canadian Radio-television Telecommunications Commission)